Watch: Can Iran and the U.S. find middle ground?
In the latest episode of Above the Fold, we look at the next phase of peace talks between the US and Iran appear to be uncertain ahead of Wednesdays ceasefire deadline. In other news, fresh violence that has gripped Manipur; a powerful earthquake that jolted Japan; the deadliest mass shooting in Louisiana; updates from the fireworks factory explosion in Virudhunagar, and more.
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Indonesia relies on structural economic reforms to face energy crisis
Indonesia relies on structural economic reforms, including establishing a debottlenecking task force to ease business ...
Indonesia ramps up communication to boost measles vaccination
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President Prabowo orders fast tracking of giant sea wall project
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Indonesia detains three Pakistanis over migrant smuggling
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Subsidized LPGprice to stay, supply above minimum: RI Govt
Indonesia will keep the price of subsidized three-kilogram LPG unchanged, with supply remaining above the national ...
Indonesia finds major gas reserves in East Kalimantan
Indonesia has discovered a major natural gas reserve in East Kalimantan with an estimated 5 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) ...
Indonesia's home ministerurges regions to brace for global shocks
Indonesias home minister on Monday urged regional leaders to step up preparedness for global economic shocks, ...
Indonesia's military denies role in Papua child death
Indonesias military said Monday its troops were not involved in the fatal shooting of a child in Central Papua, ...
Indonesia's home minister warns of risks from rapid urbanisation
Indonesias home minister has warned that unchecked urbanisation could fuel crime, inequality and declining ...
Indonesia expands inclusive school admissions system
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Indonesia pushes inclusive education for all students
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Indonesia boosts irrigation to counter El Nino risks
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VP Gibran reviews Nabire airport, now able to accommodate Boeing
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Rakaon Monday reviewed the development of Douw AturureAirport in Nabire ...
BGN forms team to optimize free meal distribution
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has established an optimization team to improve the distribution of the Free ...
EFGH and Digital Asset Protection HHP High-Tech Center JSC Form Joint Venture
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Xinhua Silk Road: Chinese baijiu maker highlights enduring craftsmanship
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Bulog finalizes 88 locations for post-harvest infrastructure projects
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Dreame Technology officially announces renowned Liu Yifei as itsGlobal Brand Ambassador(Smart Large Home ...
Train of Glamour Joins EHL Alliance as First Chinese Member, Marking New Era for Luxury Rail Travel
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Biggest party in Romanian coalition set to demand PM's resignation, political crisis looms
Mr. Bolojan's coalition government of four pro-European parties came together 10 months ago after a polarizing presidential election in an attempt to keep the surging far right from power but they have constantly clashed over reform measures
Silicon Box Announces It Joins Imec Automotive Chiplet Program to Strengthen Chip Supply Chains
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Minister urges DPRD speakers to drive waste management transformation
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Sri Lankas Tamil parties seek sustained Indian push to realise spirit of Indo-Lanka Accord
Vice-President assures them that Indias position on devolution stands; provincial polls discussed with Sri Lankan side
U.S., allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines despite Washington's focus on Iran
The large-scale combat drills between the U.S. and Philippines will expand this year to include other militaries, including from Japan, France and Canada, which have signed visiting forces agreements with Manila
The two, identified as Mohammad Masoum Shahi and Hamed Validi, were accused of belonging to a spy network linked to Mossad and had received training abroad, including in Iraqs Kurdistan region
At least 25 killed in firecracker factory blast in India
Mostly female workers have been killed in the blast, which occurred in Tamil Nadu state.
Indonesia's Dukono volcano erupts, ash plume 1.4 km high
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France and Greece to renew defence pact for another five years
Mr. Macron and the Greek Government will also discuss maritime security and the Strait of Hormuz, a Greek government official added
Russian attacks kill at least two as Ukraine strikes a Russian drone factory
A massive nighttime drone strike on Chernihiv in northern Ukraine killed a 16-year-old boy and wounded four others, according to the head of the city's military administration.
Free meals program serves 62 million, creates over 1 million jobs
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Indonesia raises non-subsidized LPG prices up to 18 percent
The Indonesian government, through state-run oil and gas firm Pertamina, raised the prices of non-subsidized LPG ...
Deputy minister urges waste sorting as open dumping ban nears
Deputy Minister of Environment Diaz Hendropriyono has called for intensifying waste sorting at the source to prepare ...
Indonesia to stop diesel imports, shift to palm oil fuel
Indonesia will stop importing diesel fuel starting July 1, 2026, in line with the implementation of B50, a biofuel ...
Leadership retreat to help align central-region policies: Lemhannas
Governor of the National Resilience Institute (Lemhannas) Ace Hasan Syadzily expressed hope that the Regional ...
Social solidarity key in achieving demographic bonus: Ministry
The Ministry of Population and Family Development stated that social solidarity in the family planning program is a ...
Some 1,000 dancers set record with 34-province dance medley
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) in Jakarta set a national record for a medley of dances with the largest number of ...
Indonesia condemns Israel at IPU Forum over Gaza and Lebanon strikes
The House of Representatives Committee for Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation (BKSAP) expressed its stance on ...
Two Pertamina tankers remain stuck amid renewed Hormuz curbs
Indonesias state-owned oil and gas giant Pertamina confirmed that its two tankersPertamina Pride and ...
Indonesia exports 300 tonnes of kratom monthly amid rising demand
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Indonesia eyes 3.67 percent national GDP boost through AI adoption
Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid said that the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) ...
Imran Khans wife Bushra Bibi seeks suspension of sentence on medical grounds
Islamabad: Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistans former prime minister Imran Khan, is seeking suspension of the sentence in the Al-Qadir Trust case on medical grounds, according to local media reports. An application has been submitted to the Islamabad High Court (IHC) regarding the same, reported the leading Pakistani newspaper, The Express Tribune, on Sunday, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indonesia accelerates disaster recovery across Sumatra
The Indonesian government is accelerating disaster recovery efforts on Sumatra Island, with most connectivity ...
Indonesia's rice reserves hit record as President makes spot check
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono conducted a surprise inspection at a ...
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon meets Akal Takht Jathedar, discusses Sikh community contributions
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Indonesia minister sounds alarm on vape misuse for drugs
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Peace starts within: Jakarta Governor's message to the world
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung said peace does not always emerge from major international forums, but begins within ...
Indonesia expresses condolences for death of French UNIFIL peacekeeper
Indonesia expressed condolences to France following the death of a UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeeper in ...
Bangladesh raises fuel prices as conflict in West Asia drives up costs
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Prabowo urges regional house speakers to unite for nation-building
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Dasasila Bandung: A moral compass amid polarization
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Megawati proposes Bandung Conference 2.0 to counter global tensions
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Indonesia welcomes Lebanon-Israel ceasefire, calls for permanent peace
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All eight victims of West Kalimantan helicopter crash identified
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Minister highlights architecture's vital role in disaster mitigation
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No date set for next round of Iran-U.S. talks: Iran Deputy Foreign Minister
Saeed Khatibzadeh said both sides were currently focused on finalising a framework of understanding before proceeding with further negotiations
Two Indian ships reverse course in Hormuz strait, says vessel tracker
Iran said earlier it was reimposing restrictions on the strait in response to a U.S. blockade on Iranian shipping and ports
Minister encourages downstreaming and food research on campus
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Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz, British military says
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said the tanker and crew were reported safe
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Govt bolsters higher ed partnerships to spur economic transformation
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Prabowo urges regional lawmakers to be 'patriots' for national goals
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Higher Education Ministry, BRIN to strengthen research roadmap
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Immigration arrests British national intimidating residents in Bali
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U.S., Cuban officials meet in Havana amid new diplomatic push
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Magnitude 5 earthquake strikes off mountainous Nagano in Japan, says NHK
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Indonesia welcomes reopening of Strait of Hormuz to shipping
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Iran threatens to again close Strait of Hormuz, if U.S. blockade continues
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Trump says U.S. blockade of Iranian ports will remain if no deal reached
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Australian former soldier gets bail on Afghanistan war crime charges
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BGN to operate 900 free meals kitchens in remote areas
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Indonesia touts Bandung Principles as solution to global conflicts
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Indonesia, Japan seek deeper defense ties in ministerial talks
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President Prabowo urges forgiveness, unity after Nyepi observance
President Prabowo Subianto called on the Indonesian Hindu community to mark the 2026 Dharma Santi, which follows the ...
Indonesia eyes AI to boost lab-based preventive care
Indonesias deputy health minister said advances in artificial intelligence are reshaping the laboratory sector ...
Indonesia targets June completion for 97 Sekolah Rakyat sites
Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo reinforced the governments commitment to accelerating phase II development ...
Multi-Color Corporation Announces Confirmation of Plan of Reorganization
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The Geopolitical Importance of Indias Shrinking Red Corridor
India has turned the corner in its battle against Naxalism and effectively governing its own margins is an essential step toward global power status.
Ministries collaborate to bolster sports development in universities
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Export activities stay strong amid global turmoil: Indonesia Eximbank
Indonesia Eximbank stated that national export activities remain strong amidst the ongoing geopolitical turmoil ...
